The AASV’s issue-based committees will be meeting on Saturday morning before the 2009 AASV Annual meeting in Dallas, TX.
Monthly Archives: February 2009
Alltech Invites AASV Members to Luncheon at Annual Meeting
Here’s something new for the AASV Annual Meeting this year: Alltech is sponsoring a luncheon for AASV members on Sunday, March 8. The luncheon will take place in the Dallas Ballroom C & D from 11:30 – 1:30 pm. Alltech’s VP, Aidan Connolly, will be discussing how to “choose responsibly” when faced with bacterial challenges. Lunch will be served at noon. Those planning to attend should RSVP to April Lankford at alankford@alltech.com or 806-457-9577. (Note, if you received a postcard in the mail about this event, there is a typo in the email address on the card).Alltech’s luncheon joins several other sponsored events at the AASV 2009 Annual Meeting, including the Sunday morning Prayer Breakfast (Newsham Choice Genetics), the Welcome Reception on Sunday evening (Fort Dodge and Wyeth Animal Health), the Student Reception (Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health), Monday’s Luncheon (Boehringer-Ingelheim), and the AASV Awards Reception (Elanco Animal Health). In addition, Alpharma sponsors the Student Seminar and Poster Session and top Student Scholarship, Elanco funds 14 Student Scholarships, Newport Laboratories sponsors the Veterinary Student Travel Stipends, and Novartis Animal Health hosts the Internet Kiosk. The AASV is indebted to the many sponsors who make the meeting possible; please thank their representatives as you enjoy these benefits at the meeting!
“First Annual “”Passion for Pigs”” Seminar and Trade Show offers 6 hours CE”
The first annual “Passion for Pigs” seminar and trade show will challenge you and your clients to improve in the areas of health, production, team-building and financial decisions. AND, it provides six hours of veterinary continuing education credit. Sponsored by Northeast Veterinary Service (Dr. Stephen Patterson), the conference is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4 at the Stoney Creek Inn in Columbia, Missouri. The one-day program features presentations by Drs. Larry Firkins, Scott Dee, Chris Kuster, and Dennis DiPietre, in addition to a trade show and industry-sponsored presentations. Additional confirmed speakers include Drs. Stephen Patterson, Shelley Stanford, J.D. Fiechtner, Reid Philips, Kerry Keffaber, Dan Hamilton, Charles Francisco, Dean Dau, Peggy Hawkins, and Archie Clutter. The associated trade show will provide the opportunity to interact with representatives from 50 companies. For more information or to register, contact Julie Lolli at 573-588-2130 (cell 660-651-0570) or nevets@centurytel.net.
People on the Move: Dr. Patricia Holyoake
Dr. Trish Holyoake recently accepted a position as Technical Specialist-Pigs at Wagga Wagga Agricultural Institute, located in New South Wales, Australia. She was formerly a senior lecturer at the University of Sydney. Updated contact information for Dr. Holyoake is available at http://www.aasv.org/members/only/directory.php. Are you on the move? If so, let us know at aasv@aasv.org.
AASV and National Pork Board Revise Swine Euthanasia Guidelines
The AASV and National Pork Board recently reviewed and revised the document, On-Farm Euthanasia of Swine – Recommendations for the Producer. The new 20-page booklet is designed to help producers make appropriate decisions regarding euthanasia of swine. It highlights methods of euthanasia recommended for different sizes of pigs, and outlines the factors to be considered when selecting a method for use.
Antibiotic Use Increases in Dutch Finishers
Research by the Dutch agricultural economic institute, part of Wageningen University and Research Centre, has shown an increase in the use of antibiotics in swine finishing operations and the broiler industry.
Stimulus Package Mailed this Week
Auction catalogs were mailed out this week to all U.S. AASV members in the hopes of stimulating you to prepare for the upcoming AASV Foundation Auction.
Chinese Authorities Move to Stop Blue Ear Pig Disease Outbreak
Local authorities are moving quickly to try to contain an outbreak of costly blue ear pig disease in north China, according to Chinese news agency Xinhua. Officials have quarantined 10 villages where infected pigs were found and so far culled 936 infected pigs. Vaccine for 165,000 pigs have been sent to Hongtong, along with 430 exposure suits, 4.1 metric tons of disinfectant and 610 syringes for injections.
NPIF Interns Matched with Mentors
The Student Recruitment Committee is pleased to announce the selection of mentors to pair with six veterinary students receiving the AASV Foundation/National Pork Industry Foundation Internship Grants.
Fuhrman Receives Scott Swenson Creative Achievement Award
On February 20, 2009, AASV member Dr. Monte Fuhrman was awarded the Scott Swenson Creative Achievement Award for his recent work at Sioux Nation. This award is presented to a Sioux Nation employee in recognition of a work ethic above the regular call of duty. The award is named after Sioux Nation’s leader for many years, Scott Swenson.